In the Riverland, residents had their homes threatened on Friday, 17 January. ABC Riverland's Bruce Mellett experienced this threat first hand when the fires got all too close to home.

Residents have also been asked to think of their mental health during the recovery and seek counselling if required. Psychologist Dr Rob Gordon has worked in bushfire recovery for many years and offers advice to people affected.

Local Radio coverage

ABC Local Radio will provide recovery information weekdays between 8.30 and 11am via these stations.